Queenstown

Cheap Car Rentals in Queenstown

Queenstown, New Zealand
26 Apr — 3 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Queenstown, New Zealand
Fri 26/4
Noon
Fri 3/5
Noon

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Queenstown?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Queenstown and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 April 2024.

January

AED 205

February

AED 209

March

AED 176

April

AED 139

May

AED 121

June

AED 135

July

AED 220

August

AED 183

September

AED 150

October

AED 135

November

AED 161

December

AED 260

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Queenstown is May. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Queenstown

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Queenstown to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 April 2024.

Medium cars

AED 121 - AED 356

All Car Types

AED 121 - AED 843

To rent a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of AED 141/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Queenstown, New Zealand (~AED 121/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~AED 356/day). In fact, May is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a medium car saves you 42% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Queenstown, New Zealand, you would pay an average price of AED 231/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Queenstown, New Zealand (~AED 121/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~AED 843/day). In fact, May is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Queenstown. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Queenstown, renting a SUV saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Queenstown

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Queenstown known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Queenstown. Reviews were last updated on 19 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Queenstown, including Go Rentals, Thrifty and Ace Rental Cars. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Go Rentals

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Thrifty

10.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

Ace Rental Cars

9.3
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.3

Hertz

9.3
Wonderful
14 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.7

Apex

9.1
Wonderful
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.6

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.4

Avis

8.7
Very Good
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.4

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

8.2

Snap Rentals

8.6
Very Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.6

Budget

7.9
Good
18 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

8.1

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Queenstown, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 April 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Queenstown?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Yesaway (10.0 rating), Thrifty (10.0 rating) and Europcar (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Queenstown.

  • What are petrol prices like in Queenstown?

    The average price of petrol in Queenstown is AED 6.72/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between AED 302 and AED 437 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Queenstown for a week from Apex?

    Apex is one of the most popular car hire companies in Queenstown, offering car hire for around AED 1,611 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Queenstown for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 36% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 56 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Queenstown.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Queenstown?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Queenstown for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Queenstown?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Queenstown is Standard (Toyota RAV4) based on our Cheapflights data.

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